GoFundMe fee calculator
See what you actually keep on GoFundMe. Published fee: 0% platform fee, payment processing applies. Verified Sep 2026.
Estimates use each platform’s published fee; payment-processing costs and taxes are not included.
Worked examples on GoFundMe
| Amount | Estimated fee | You keep (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| $100.00 | $0.00 | $100.00 |
| $500.00 | $0.00 | $500.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $0.00 | $1,000.00 |
| $5,000.00 | $0.00 | $5,000.00 |
Based on: 0% platform fee, payment processing applies. Ranges reflect tiered or category-dependent fees.
Compare with other crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter
All fees →| Platform | Published fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Ketto | 0% platform fee + ~3% gateway fees | Calculator → |
| ImpactGuru | 0% platform fee, gateway fees apply | Calculator → |
| Ulule | ~5% commission ex-VAT | Calculator → |
| Catarse | 13% fee on funds raised | Calculator → |
| Wefunder | 7.9% of funds raised, success-based | Calculator → |
| Kickstarter | 5% platform fee plus payment processing | Calculator → |
| Fundrazr | 0-5% platform fee + processing | Calculator → |
| StartEngine | ~7-12% of raise + 2% equity | Calculator → |
Frequently asked questions
How much does GoFundMe take in fees?
GoFundMe's published fee is: 0% platform fee, payment processing applies. Fees can vary by category, seller level, or country — always check the platform's current pricing page.
How much do I keep from $1,000 on GoFundMe?
Based on the published fee, you would keep approximately $1,000.00 from a $1,000 sale or project on GoFundMe — before payment-processing costs and taxes.
How does GoFundMe pay out?
GoFundMe pays via: Bank transfer.
Is this calculator official?
No — it is an independent estimate by FreelanceSites.net based on GoFundMe's published fee at the time we last verified it. Actual fees can differ by region, category, promotions, and payment method.